Purchasing Executive

Overview

We are recruiting a Purchasing Executive who will be responsible for sourcing high-quality products to meet customer requirements, managing supplier relationships, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring cost efficiency. The role will be based in Kidderminster.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure high quality products to meet customer needs.
• Maintain organised workflows and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Communicate changes in costs or supply with internal teams, keeping all relevant parties updated.
• Respond to price enquiries from the sales team promptly and accurately.
• Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure adequate supply and avoid shortages.
• Stay up to date with market changes and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best deals.
• Utilise Sage 200 and other software systems to manage purchase orders (training provided).
• Apply industry knowledge to select reliable suppliers with competitive pricing.
• Assist in planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives where relevant.

Ideal skills and experience

• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for managing relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
• Competent in IT applications such as Outlook, Sage, and ACT (training available).
• Ability to fully understand customer requirements including price, quality, and availability.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Team player with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Previous purchasing experience (1 year preferred).

Benefits

In return the company will provide full product support and training, a competitive salary and a full range of benefits including company pension and free onsite parking.